Grammar
A collection of posts about issues related to grammar. Brush up on your skills and make sure you can create grammatically perfect writing with Knowadays.
What Is the Difference Between an Acronym and an Initialism?
What Is the Difference Between an Acronym and an Initialism?
Nov 30, 2023
Do you know the difference between an acronym and an initialism? Acronyms and initialisms are both types of abbreviations. Both terms refer to abbreviations made up of a set of capitalized letters (rather than a shortened word, e.g., Mrs.), but they have slightly different meanings. In this blog post, we take a closer look at […]
What's the Difference between Active and Passive Voice?
What's the Difference between Active and Passive Voice?
Nov 05, 2023
What is the difference between active and passive voice? As a freelance proofreader or editor, you should be able to answer this question. Understanding the nuances of active and passive voice is a fundamental skill, but it is often overlooked, especially by newbie proofreaders. By grasping the distinction between the two, you can help your […]
What Are Auxiliary Verbs? (With Examples)
May or Might: What’s the Difference?
Sep 10, 2023
If you spot a factual error while proofreading a document, you may or might want to take action. You may point it out in a comment, or you might want to leave it alone. Wait, is there a difference between may and might? You might believe there is no difference, but there is! May and […]
Between or Among: What’s the Difference?
Aug 20, 2023
Have you ever wondered how to correctly use between or among in a sentence? On the surface, they appear to mean the same thing, but, when you dive a little deeper, they have different uses. In this blog post, we look at: Keep reading to learn more! What Does Between Mean? Between is a preposition […]
When to Use Parentheses vs Brackets
Jul 17, 2023
Why are there different kinds of brackets, and how do you know which one to use? Each type of bracket serves a purpose. In this blog, we’ll explore the difference between parentheses and brackets, explain when to use them, and provide some examples. What Are Parentheses? Parentheses (also known as round or curved brackets) are […]
A Complete Guide to Subject and Object Pronouns
Jun 26, 2023
Without subject and object pronouns, we would find communication very difficult. But despite the importance of these elements of language, they can still trip up many writers – and editors too! In our complete guide to subject and object pronouns, we explain how these words work. We’ll help you banish the confusion between I and […]
How to Fix a Run-On Sentence
Jun 19, 2023
As an editor or proofreader, knowing how to fix a run-on sentence is essential. Have you ever encountered sentences that seem to go on and on forever? Or read whole paragraphs consisting of only one or two sentences? While varying sentence length can be important, a common mistake many people make is writing run-on sentences. […]
What Are Concrete and Abstract Nouns?
Jun 12, 2023
From pigeons to pacifism, all nouns fall into one of two categories: concrete or abstract. As an editor or proofreader, understanding what concrete and abstract nouns are and how they work will help you make sure your clients are communicating clearly. That’s why, in this post, we explain: What Is a Concrete Noun? Concrete nouns […]
Fewer vs. Less: Which Is Correct?
Fewer vs. Less: Which Is Correct?
May 08, 2023
If you spotted four grammatical mistakes in one document and three in another, are there less errors or fewer? “Fewer” and “less” have been tripping up writers and editors alike since their introduction. But these two adjectives aren’t as indistinguishable as they might first seem. Read on to discover the difference between “fewer” and “less”, […]
A Complete Guide to First, Second, and Third Person
A Complete Guide to First, Second, and Third Person
May 01, 2023
The first, second, and third persons are present in all forms of writing in English. But what, exactly, do these terms refer to? In our complete guide, we cover everything you need to know about first-, second-, and third-person points of view. What Are First, Second, and Third Person? We use the terms first person, […]